Troubleshooting
Pink Tritonia problems — and how to fix them
Pink Tritonia (Tritonia disticha) is generally low-drama, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Winter corm rot
The most common failure in UK gardens: cold wet soil kills the corms. In frost-prone areas, apply a generous dry mulch in autumn or lift corms and store frost-free.
Spider mites in dry conditions
Pot-grown or conservatory plants can be attacked by red spider mite in warm, dry air. Increase humidity around the pot and treat with an appropriate miticide if infestation develops.
Prevent pink tritonia problems before they start
Most pink tritonia issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Pink Tritonia problems — FAQ
Why is my pink tritonia winter corm rot?
The most common failure in UK gardens: cold wet soil kills the corms. In frost-prone areas, apply a generous dry mulch in autumn or lift corms and store frost-free.
Why is my pink tritonia spider mites in dry conditions?
Pot-grown or conservatory plants can be attacked by red spider mite in warm, dry air. Increase humidity around the pot and treat with an appropriate miticide if infestation develops.